At thirty weeks into the pregnancy, Matt and Ginny Mooney were told their child had a genetic disease that made his birth unlikely. If their baby lived, it would be for only hours or perhaps a few days.

But Eliot was born and lived 99 days. And every one of those days was a gift that would change his family forever.

At Eliot's funeral, 99 balloons were released, one for each day of his life on earth. That simple act of remembrance stirred the community and received national attention. Eliot's story has been featured on Oprah and the TODAY show, and a video about his life has been seen by millions on YouTube.

And now, Eliot's father, Matt, recounts his family's remarkable journey in A Story Unfinished, a chronicle of pain, redemption, and Gods goodness even in the darkest days.

Matt Mooney and his wife Ginny founded 99 Balloons, an organization that engages children with special needs locally and globally. Many know him through the story of his son, Eliot--whose 99 days on this earth were commemorated with 99 balloons. He lives in Fayetteville, Arkansas, where he busies himself raising Eliot s three siblings. You can find his blog at TheAtypicalLife.com.

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